Trump Administration Brings Silicon Valley Influence to Reshape Nuclear Regulation

The Trump administration appointed Seth Cohen, a young lawyer tied to Elon Musk's team, to lead initiatives at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission focused on accelerating nuclear energy development. This shift involves reducing regulatory independence and relaxing safety protocols, raising concerns about potential risks and diminished oversight. Going forward, scrutiny will intensify on how these regulatory changes affect nuclear safety and whether the NRC can maintain its traditional role guarding public health.